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The Large Münsterländer was first accepted into the Kennel Club of England in 1919. Although they have only been a recognized breed since the early twentieth century, it’s common to find their depiction in hunting paintings from as far back as the Middle Ages. The Large Münsterländer, also known as the Großer Münsterländer, originated from the Münster area of Germany, hence the name. Although they are a very loyal breed, they are most well known for their hunting abilities.
Before the Large Münsterländer was a recognized breed, they were often referred to as the German Longhaired Pointer. Indeed, they are a very good hunting dog. Besides their keen pointing ability, they also have a knack for finding wounded game birds amidst heavy shrubbery. They have been known to track downed birds for a range of up to 150 yards.
Although there are breed standards for the Large Münsterländer, the coat colour is highly variable. They can have a predominantly black coat with spots and flecks of white, or be mostly white with spots of black. If presented as a show dog, breed standards dictate a head of a solid black coat. They range in size from 58 to 65 centimetres in height with an average weight of 30 kilograms.
Large Münsterländers do very well in families with small children. They are gentle dogs with an even temperament. They are very loyal to their owners and are quick to do as they are told. This temperament helps them while hunting as well.
